Smith College seeks a dynamic and
innovative Director to lead its newly formed Discovery & Access Group. Serving on the Library Leadership
Team, the Director will collaborate with colleagues to realize the mission and vision
of the Libraries. The Director
will contribute to library-wide strategic planning, policy development,
assessment and resource management.
The Director will demonstrate leadership in and commitment to the
concepts and practices of the learning organization throughout the libraries.
As leader of the Discovery &
Access group, the Director will guide, support and advance all functions of
technical and access services through strategic planning, user-centered
services, best practices, and robust technologies. The Director will manage a
$3.4 million acquisitions budget.
The Director will promote open and active communication across the group
and foster effective collaborations in the libraries, the college and the Five
Colleges. The Director will also
engage directly with students and faculty to support research, teaching and
learning.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program; 5 years of progressively
responsible experience in planning, implementing and managing access and/or
technical services; substantial supervisory and leadership experience;
experience in successfully leading and implementing change; strong
understanding of current issues, trends and technologies; solid subject
knowledge in a liberal arts discipline; or an equivalent combination of
education and experience.
Skills: Demonstrated
abilities to think strategically at both a systems level and a group level; to
successfully manage projects, prioritize work, and solve problems; to apply
critical, analytical and innovative thinking to work; to engage, develop, and
lead librarians and staff in successful team work and collaborations; to
continuously learn, apply and share new skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Review of applications will begin
immediately. To be considered for
this position, apply on-line at http://jobs.smith.edu/postings/3823
Smith College is an equal opportunity
employer encouraging excellence through diversity.
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